Introduction Telemedicine has traditionally been utilized for remote consultations in areas of medicine such as trauma, neurology, and psychiatry. However, with the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, multiple disciplines of medicine quickly…
Introduction A thorough yet focused neurological examination of a patient has been the cornerstone of any neurosurgery clinician’s training. Although the value of the human touch and in-person evaluation of…
The history of telemedicine Telemedicine is the remote diagnosis and treatment of patients by means of telecommunications technology. However, this simple definition does not reflect the history of its development,…
Overview In part due to the limited access and capability of sleep centers, the field of sleep neurology is in a suitable position for real-time, interactive, audio-video telecommunications (telemedicine). The…
Tele-technology has been around for a long time. The earliest use of tele-technology in the United States was smoke signals by Native Americans. The use of the telegraph and the…
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the way that health and mental health care is provided to the community, creating increased anxiety and fear of the unknown for many, disruption of…
Introduction Since its branching from internal medicine few decades ago, of which neurology once was a subspecialty itself, subspecialization of neurology has been marching forward at a great pace. As…
Introduction As technological advances allow greater virtual connectivity for many aspects of business and social life, the medical field is also developing innovative ways to extend our care. Certain specialties…
Introduction A comprehensive ophthalmic exam can be critical to the diagnosis and management of neurological conditions. Composed of eight different parts, certain components of a complete ophthalmic exam are easily…
Introduction Epilepsy management encompasses a spectrum of disease acuity and locations. Whether providing chronic disease management in the outpatient setting, acute consults in the hospital for new onset or breakthrough…
